These talks provide both broad historical background and intricate detail of the uses of symbols for meditation and spiritual development. Mandalas, a specialty of artist and scholar Josä Arg¤elles, occur in practically every culture These talks provide both broad historical background and intricate detail of the uses of symbols for meditation and and can also be observed in nature. The specialized symbols of alchemy remain psychologially relevant to seekers, especially those raised in Western countries. Alchemy and mandalas were of particular interest to Carl Jung, who saw deep archetypal dimensions in their symbols and used them as therapeutic tools. (Originally presented with - 1970 Esalen - Three Audiotapes